Virginia Chamber Names Hall as New President and CEO
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA — Today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Brad N. Hall as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after a national search. He will assume the position on June 29, 2026. Hall succeeds Keith Martin, who has served as Interim CEO since August of 2025. Keith will remain with the Chamber […]
Virginia Leaders Chart the Future of Healthcare at 2026 Virginia Healthcare Conference
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA — Today, the Virginia Chamber Foundation and the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association convened healthcare executives, employers, policymakers, and more than 300 leaders from across the Commonwealth for the 2026 Virginia Healthcare Conference, a statewide event focused on advancing the healthcare priorities outlined in Blueprint Virginia 2035. Discussions throughout the day focused on strengthening […]
VIRGINIA CHAMBER LAUNCHES STATEWIDE “KEEP VIRGINIA OPEN” CAMPAIGN HONORING BUSINESS COMMITMENTS
Statewide effort focuses on Virginia’s business climate and long-term investment outlook ahead of the budget vote RICHMOND, Va., May 19, 2026 — As General Assembly budget conferees work toward an upcoming vote, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce today launched “Keep Virginia Open,” a statewide campaign focused on the Commonwealth’s track record of honoring commitments to businesses. […]
Virginia Chamber Foundation Hosts Second Annual Virginia Women’s Leadership Forum
RICHMOND, VA—March 12, 2026—The Virginia Chamber Foundation, in partnership with Atlantic Union Bank, hosted its second annual Virginia Women’s Leadership Forum today at the Altria Theater. This forum, held during Women’s History Month, gathered nearly 300 business and community leaders for a day of leadership dialogue, policy insight, and meaningful networking focused on advancing women […]
VIRGINIA BUSINESSES AND BUSINESS LEADERS URGE GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO PROTECT STATE’S ECONOMY AND REPUTATION IN STATE BUDGET
More than 50 Virginia businesses and Virginia business organizations from across the state urge budget writers to exclude Senate’s termination of Data Center Retail Sales and Use Tax Exemption from final budget A statewide coalition of more than 50 prominent Virginia businesses and business organizations from across the state today asked Virginia legislators to protect […]
Governor Spanberger Announces Expansion of Paid Internship Opportunities with Virginia Businesses
InternshipsVA Helps Businesses Create Internship Programs RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today launched InternshipsVA, a new statewide program to help Virginia employers design and launch high-quality, paid internships for higher education students in Virginia. The Commonwealth has committed $14.5 million each year to support this program. The Governor was joined by leaders of the Virginia […]
Jennifer Siciliano, Chief External Affairs Officer of UVA Health, Elected Chair of Virginia Chamber Board of Directors
RICHMOND, VA–February 4, 2026–The Virginia Chamber of Commerce today announced the election of Jen Siciliano, chief external affairs officer of UVA Health, as chair of the Virginia Chamber’s Board of Directors for 2026. Siciliano was elected during the Chamber’s Annual Meeting and brings over 30 years of leadership and public policy experience to the role. […]
Right-to-Work Powers Virginia’s Jobs and Wage Growth
Independent study commissioned by the Virginia Chamber shows law supports economic prosperity across Commonwealth Richmond, Va. – A new report from Mangum Economics commissioned by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce finds that repealing Virginia’s Right-to-Work law would have long-term negative consequences for Virginia’s economy. The report examines the economic performance of Right-to-Work states compared to […]
Virginia Chamber Foundation Releases Statewide AI Landscape Assessment
New report finds up to 1.5 million Virginia jobs could be impacted by AI; identifies major opportunities for competitiveness, workforce readiness, and business growth Richmond, VA – January 6, 2026 – The Virginia Chamber Foundation today released its landmark Virginia AI Landscape Assessment, the most comprehensive study to date examining how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping the Commonwealth’s workforce, business, and economic future. Prepared […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce forms Government Affairs Council to amplify business advocacy
RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia Chamber of Commerce has announced the creation of the Government Affairs Council (GAC), a new initiative designed to enhance coordination, collaboration, and strategy among Virginia’s leading business advocates. The formation of the council follows feedback from Chamber members and partners who emphasized the importance of a more coordinated and strategic approach […]
